Modavie
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Modavie
Wine bar with live music & an old-timey jazz vibe, plus an eclectic menu with lamb specialties.
10:30 am - 11 pm
| Monday | 11:30 am - 11 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am - 11 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am - 11 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am - 11 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 10:30 am - 11 pm |
| Sunday | 10:30 am - 11 pm |
Brunch:
Saturday and Sunday
Info & Location
About us
Modavie is a timeless place that brings us back to our roots, where ladies & gents gather and eat in a lively atmosphere caused by great conversation, live music and the wooden scents of a vintage room. Born in 1997, it quickly became popular among locals & visitors, and is now considered a Montreal institution.
Treat yourself to refined French fare in an antique & dimmed corner locale spawning two floors. From the classic beef tartare, to tasty sweetbread, to the famous ratatouille, your cravings will be easily satiated.
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 160 We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, InteracBrunchCozy AtmosphereDeliveryDinner & ShowGood For GroupsGreat selection of winesHappy HourLive Entertainment / ShowsLoungeNon-alcoholic Drink OptionsOnline OrderingPrivate RoomResto-BarWine Bar
More details
Saturday and Sunday
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Events Nearby
Streetfood Festival Montreal 2025
Aug 14, 2025 to Aug 17, 2025
Le Grand Apéro SAQ
Aug 30, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025
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Michael
Modavie is a French Bistro that has excellent menu choices. We found the food to be very delicious & priced comparable to others in the old city, which is on the pricey side. The place jas a certain ambiance, which we found very pleasant. Caution: Make reservations in advance. We didn't have reservations, but we were fortunate to be seated regardless, but we had a two hour time limit to complete our meal.View more
Maryia
We came here to celebrate my friend's birthday & had the best time! The food was delicious, but what really stood out was the service. Georges was amazing - so friendly & made us feel super special the whole night. He really helped make the birthday celebration one to remember. Thank you, Georges! We'll definitely be back.View more
Adan
Whenever i travel to montreal, i will come here.
Try the confited duck, it is the best at montrealView more
Miranda
Cons: the resturant is a little dirty. I received a dirty wine glass, dirty napkin, & there were used utensils & spills on the floor. Also, there were a lot of noisy kids. The menu didn't make me think this would be a family resturant.
Pros: the staff was incredibly nice & the food was excellentView more
A
Lovely restaurant, great staff. We had a 3-hour leisurely lunch here to kill a layover & it was a lovely way to spend an afternoon.View more
Gis
Delightful! I was truly impressed by the atmosphere & the flavor of the food. I'll definitely be back on my next visit!View more
Heidy
We celebrated our wedding anniversary there the staff was amazing & really knew their stuff! The food was simply outstanding! Would recommendView more
Patricia
All the staff appeared to be working in sync with each other.View more
Andrew
Beautiful restaurant right in the middle of old town. Live music was very good & didn't overpower our evening. Food was tasty & service was good.View more
Kelly
Delicious food - steak frites & moules frites- generous portions & tasty. Professional & friendly service & a fantastic jazz guitarist. A perfect evening.View more
Caroline
We visited two days ago this restaurant during our stay in Montreal & were truly impressed!
The atmosphere is warm & thoughtfully designed, & the service was impeccable & friendly.
The menu offers authentic dishes made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.View more
Kevin
Excellent food & excellent music. Highly recommend.View more
Jack
Excellent food & wine. Serveur Patrice is a real class act & has a top tier sense of humour. Really fantastic dinner experience.View more
Jamie
This restaurant truly excels at setting the mood, complete with live music that enhances the atmosphere.
We started with the garlic snails gratin, served with a side of bread, & it was utterly delicious--the garlic flavor was bold & aromatic, which I loved. The duck confit was fantastic, though I felt it would have been even better without the almonds; they didn't quite add to the dish. The lamb chops were decent, but they had a slightly gamey flavor.
To cap off the evening, we indulged in dessert: the crème brûlée & chocolate lava cake. Both were the perfect sweet ending to a lovely night!View more
Jeannie
We had a wonderful dinner tonight at Mondavie. The restaurant atmosphere was warm & lively. The jazz band was very entertaining. Server Rad was the best. He was fun, attentive & engaging. He made our dinner extra special. The lamb was delicious & the bread was the bomb. We would highly recommend this restaurant in the heart of old town Montreal.View more
Han
100% worth for a dinner. Impressive food, service & band performanceView more
Kane
Came in for a glass of wine. Great wine list & the ambiance was nice. Will definitely be backView more
Aysan
Everything is perfect in here. We tried duck & lamb chops. The duct is a must to try. 😋 The atmosphere is perfect & the staff are so nice.View more
Manthana
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Modavie in Old Montreal, & it was truly an experience to remember. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm, attentive service & the smooth sounds of live jazz filling the space, we ordered the Salmon Tatar, Caesar salad, the duck confit & rack of lamb, & every dishes were absolutely exceptional. The duck was rich & tender, with perfectly crispy skin , crunchy almonds & a beautifully balanced sauce that brought everything together. The rack of lamb was equally impressive - cooked to a perfect medium rare, juicy & full of flavor, with a herb crust that added just the right touch. We had the crème brûlée & tasted really nice! Modavie is a fantastic spot for a special night out - whether you're a local or just visiting Montreal like us, I'd highly recommend it. Great food, great service, & a unique atmosphere that brings everything together. We accidentally forgot & left our credit card on the table as we left Canada to New York. The staff called us & let us know about it. We really appreciated your honesty. That means a lot thank you so much!!!View more